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1 Mark - Gustav Vasa Bust type II
1556 year| Silver (.500) | 11.84 g | 35.3 mm |
| Issuer | Sweden |
|---|---|
| King | Gustav I Vasa (1523-1560) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1556 |
| Value | 1 Mark (¼) |
| Currency | Daler (1534-1593) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 11.84 g |
| Diameter | 35.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crown of Sweden above three shields in a triangular frame: above two shield are bent to the center of the coin: the left one has the Three Crowns of Sweden, the right one has the Folkungs Lion. Below the two is a shield with Vasa Arms that divides last two digits of date at sides. Crown and three shields are inside a circle with legend outside
Lettering:
BEATVS : QVI : TIMET : DOMINVM +
5 | 6
Translation: Blessed is the man who fears the Lord
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mark - Gustav Vasa (Bust type II) 1556 from Sweden is that it features a unique design element - the king's bust is depicted facing left, which was a departure from the traditional right-facing portrait seen on most coins of the time. This design choice was likely made to distinguish Gustav Vasa from his predecessors and to emphasize his role as a powerful and independent ruler.
